The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
Hiedi Lee

Hiedi Lee

Hiedi Lee (she/her) is a senior at Columbia Heights High School. This is her third year on The Heights Herald and second year on the editorial team. In her free time, she enjoys reading and baking. She is Co-Editor-in-Chief with her fellow editor-in-crime: Cassidy Wise.

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Columbia Heights students Danchau Le (11), Dominic Baker (11), Tamiah Jackson (11), Mrs. Sarah Honeywell, Elizabeth Lee (11), Daniel Abebaw (12), and Yumna Ali (11). Earn recognition for their outstanding creativity in the Scholastic Art Awards!

Teen artists shine as recipients of 2025 Scholastic Art Awards

Story by Hiedi Lee
March 19, 2025
U.S. defense officials have reported on potential conflicts between China and Taiwan, suggesting potential American interference.

[Photo] Pentagon report warns of growing China-Russia ties

Story by Christian Peña
March 14, 2025
Positive influence at home helps kids see the importance in their education.

Parents and guardians: The guiding hand in a child’s education

Story by Hiedi Lee
January 22, 2025
Major publications influence the future of student journalism, with opportunity to better highlight and appreciate student journalists as distinct voices.

Scholastic journalists deserve consideration equal to professionals

Story by Hiedi Lee
November 22, 2024
The Heights Herald's editorial staff believe scare tactics are used too often as a motivating factor when administration addresses the student body.

[Photo] Staff Editorial: Fear-mongering in education causes panic, not obedience

Story by Heights Herald Staff
March 20, 2024
Eight years later, Po returns to the silver screen with a story that, while epic in potentially, is ultimately an epic "meh."

Nostalgic animated franchise returns with lukewarm results

Story by Hiedi Lee
May 8, 2024
These items are often associated with the offbeat (but with mass appeal) singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey.

Indie-country aesthetic popularized by beloved alt-pop star

Story by Hiedi Lee
April 11, 2024
The pop music icon visited Minneapolis on her latest epic world tour in July of 2023 at US Bank Stadium.

Traveling through her star-studded discography: “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” is just as iconic as the star herself

Story by Hiedi Lee
April 8, 2024
"Crust" me when I say this milk bread will have you levitating just a "bite."

You’ll “loaf” this irresistible milk bread recipe!

Story by Hiedi Lee
March 1, 2024
New Assistant Principal Mr. Luis Saenz is a dedicated administrator coming to Columbia Heights Public Schools (CHPS) from St. Paul.

CHHS adds 19 new educators for the 2023-24 school year

Story by Hiedi Lee
December 22, 2023
Naam Vaam will really bring the summer feeling with its bright color and delicious taste.

Refreshing beverage for the upcoming summer season

Story by Hiedi Lee
June 8, 2023
This cafe's relaxed ambiance and delicious coffee makes it the perfect place for a quick coffee run.

Coffee so flavorful it will throw your taste buds into outer space

Story by Hiedi Lee
April 26, 2023
One of the latest Korean-made melodramas from Netflix, “20th Century Girl” is getting rave reviews for its emotional take on adolescent love.

Netflix Original film offers complex look at teenage romance

Story by Hiedi Lee
February 9, 2023
The 2022-23 student council is led by new advisors: band teacher Ms. Caitlin DiSalvi and social studies teacehr Mr. Brett Herbers.

Student Council sets off for 2022-23

Story by Hiedi Lee
January 23, 2023
Many students enjoy going mask-free this academic year while others continue to mask express anxiety about their and their families' health.

Some students remain apprehensive as schools let go of COVID mandates

Story by Hiedi Lee
October 18, 2022
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